Astris Law Speaks at DECA Digital Economy Conference 2025

Astris Law presented at the Australian Digital Economy Conference of Australia (DECA) 2025, held from 16 to 18 June 2025 on the Gold Coast. We joined a speaker line-up that included representatives from Kraken and Thomson Geer at one of Australia's premier events for the digital economy and blockchain industry.

The Conference

DECA 2025 brought together industry leaders, regulators, legal professionals and technologists to discuss the rapidly evolving digital economy landscape in Australia. The conference covered a wide range of topics including digital asset regulation, blockchain technology, decentralised finance and the future of Australia's regulatory framework for digital assets.

Speaking Alongside Industry Leaders

Astris Law was proud to join the speaker lineup alongside representatives from Kraken - one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges - and Thomson Geer, a leading Australian law firm. The conference provided a valuable platform to share insights on the intersection of commercial law, regulatory compliance and digital innovation.

Key Themes

The conference explored several critical themes shaping Australia's digital economy:

• Regulatory Reform - The evolving regulatory framework for digital assets in Australia, including ASIC's approach to crypto asset regulation and the proposed licensing regime.
• AML/CTF Compliance - The impact of Tranche 2 reforms on digital currency exchange providers and the broader digital asset ecosystem.
• Industry Innovation - How blockchain technology and decentralised finance are reshaping traditional financial services and commercial arrangements.
• Cross-Border Considerations - The challenges of operating digital asset businesses across multiple jurisdictions with varying regulatory requirements.

Astris Law's Digital Economy Practice

Astris Law advises clients across the digital economy on regulatory compliance, corporate structuring and commercial arrangements. Our involvement in DECA 2025 reflects our commitment to staying at the forefront of legal developments in this dynamic and rapidly growing sector.

If you have questions about the regulatory landscape for digital assets or need legal advice on operating in Australia's digital economy, please get in touch.

This article is for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. You should seek professional advice tailored to your specific circumstances before acting on any information in this article. Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.